74262 CT colonography diagnosis with dye
Also known as: contrast-enhanced virtual colonoscopy, CTC with IV contrast
Computed tomography colonography (virtual colonoscopy) for diagnostic evaluation with intravenous contrast dye administration to enhance vascular and solid organ visualization.
In Plain Language
CT scan of colon with contrast dye; virtual colonoscopy with IV dye
Clinical Context
Diagnostic evaluation with contrast enhancement to improve detection of enhancing lesions, assess for metastatic disease, and evaluate vascular involvement in colorectal pathology.
RVU Breakdown
| Work RVU | 2.44 |
| Total RVU | 2.44 |
Est. Medicare Payment
National estimate based on 2026 CMS PFS Conversion Factor ($33.40). Actual payment varies by locality (GPCI adjustment).
Billing & Documentation
Radiology codes require a written order, clinical indication, and a formal interpretation report. The professional component (modifier -26) and technical component (modifier -TC) may be billed separately.
How This Code Compares
With a work RVU of 2.44, this code ranks in the 95th percentile among Radiology codes — 3.0x the median (0.81). The highest wRVU in this category is 11.57.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code 74262?
CPT 74262 (CT colonography diagnosis with dye) is a Radiology code. Computed tomography colonography (virtual colonoscopy) for diagnostic evaluation with intravenous contrast dye administration to enhance vascular and solid organ visualization.
Who uses CPT code 74262?
CPT 74262 is used by Radiology, Gastroenterology. Diagnostic evaluation with contrast enhancement to improve detection of enhancing lesions, assess for metastatic disease, and evaluate vascular involvement in colorectal pathology.
When is CPT 74262 used?
Diagnostic evaluation with contrast enhancement to improve detection of enhancing lesions, assess for metastatic disease, and evaluate vascular involvement in colorectal pathology.
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